Zeytoon Persian Charcoal Restaurant

Tucked into the busy student quarter close to Bradford College, this Persian charcoal grill brings the smoky, open-flame cooking of Iran to the city. Skewers of marinated meat are seared over hot coals and served with mountains of saffron rice, fresh flatbread and crisp salads, and the kitchen leans on its charcoal-grilled Lamb Kebab as a signature plate. Vegetarians are unusually well looked after here, with plenty of meat-free stews and mezze to choose from, and the meat on offer is halal.

Diners regularly praise how fresh and generous the plates feel, and the spot has built a steady following with a Google rating of 4.1/5. As well as sit-down meals there is a relaxed shisha lounge, making it as much a place to linger over mint tea as to grab a quick takeaway. Friendly, attentive staff and proper Persian flavours have made it a dependable choice for anyone wanting something different from the area's many curry houses and chicken shops.